THE ELEPHANT HOSTEL AMSTERDAM | Amsterdam ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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17 Plantage Middenlaan, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1018 DA

The Elephant Hostel - A central Amsterdam accommodation with garden views and air-conditioned rooms near Artis Zoo

Located 0.5 miles from Artis Zoo, this Amsterdam hotel offers both private rooms and dormitory-style accommodations. The Elephant Hostel features air-conditioned units ranging from twin/double rooms to 5-bed and 6-bed dormitories, each equipped with private bathrooms including showers and hairdryers. Double rooms come with wardrobes, safe deposit boxes, and heating systems, while dormitory rooms provide seating areas and garden views. A shared lounge and free WiFi are available throughout the property. The hostel sits 0.5 miles from Waterlooplein and the Jewish Historical Museum, with the NEMO Science Museum and Dutch Resistance Museum at the same distance. The central location puts guests 1 mile from Amsterdam Centraal station and 0.5 miles from the Hermitage Amsterdam. Multiple dining options surround the property within 0.5 miles, including Cafe Eik en Linde, Pizzeria & Steakhouse La Roma, and Burgermeester.

The Elephant Hostel: Pros

- Within walking distance of 8 restaurants and cafes within 0.5 miles - Surrounded by major museums including the Jewish Historical Museum and NEMO Science Museum - Close proximity to Artis Zoo and Waterlooplein - Multiple room types available to suit different group sizes

The Elephant Hostel: Cons

- 10.5 miles distance from Schiphol Airport - 1 mile walk to Amsterdam Centraal station

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Dormitory Room Mixed

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2 persons

175 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

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Dormitory Room Mixed

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2 persons

165 sq. feet

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Guest Room

Max:

2 persons

130 sq. feet

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2 Single beds

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Center

Amsterdam4600 ft

Airports

Schiphol (AMS) 11.2 mi

Rotterdam The Hague (RTM) 44.8 mi

Train

Amsterdam Centraal Station5000 ft

Metro stations

Waterlooplein2000 ft

Weesperplein2300 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Small but Functional Gym

“I was pleasantly surprised to find a small gym available at the hostel. It was a great addition, allowing me to get my workout in during my stay. Even though it was compact, it had enough equipment to get a solid session done, and it felt refreshing after a long day of exploring.” view full review

Clean and Convenient Showers

“The bathrooms were well-maintained, and I particularly loved the showers. They were spacious and offered hot water consistently, which made for a refreshing experience after a day out. The cleanliness was noticeable, and it really contributed to my overall comfort at the hostel.” view full review

Comfortable Bunk Beds

“The bunk beds were extremely comfortable! Each bed came with clean sheets, a pillow cover, and a cozy duvet. I appreciated the privacy screens that helped create a more personal space, and the charging ports near each bed were definitely a nice touch.” view full review

Charming Common Area

“The lobby and common area felt like a charming little retreat. It was beautifully decorated with vintage aesthetics, making it a pleasant place to relax and meet other travelers. There were also late-night snack options available, contributing to the overall cozy and cute atmosphere.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Children

Baby stroller
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area

Room decor

Curtains

Location

17 Plantage Middenlaan, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1018 DA

Map view

17 Plantage Middenlaan, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1018 DA

City landmarks

Museums

Van Gogh Museum

1.4 mi

Art object

Anne Frank House

1.2 mi

Museums

Rijksmuseum

1.4 mi

Zoo

Artis

2200 ft

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Red Light District

4200 ft

Museums

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

5100 ft

Museums

The National Maritime Museum

2200 ft

Museums

Amsterdam Vodka Museum

1.1 mi

Museums

Museum Het Rembrandthuis

2500 ft

Museums

Hermitage Amsterdam

3100 ft

Museums

Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder

4300 ft

Thorbeckeplein Intersection Reguliersgracht/Herengracht

Thorbecke statue

3400 ft

Tower

Beurs van Berlage

1.0 mi

Gedempte Begijnensloot

Begijn

1.1 mi

Church

Oude Kerk

4500 ft

Square

Rembrandtplein

3800 ft

Parks

Vondelpark

1.6 mi

Bridges

Skinny Bridge

3600 ft

Museums

Body Worlds

1.1 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

National Monument

4900 ft

Museums

Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam

1.4 mi

Museums

Willet-Holthuysen Museum

4000 ft

Church

The New Church

1.1 mi

Museums

Torture Museum

5100 ft

Herengracht 573

Museum of Bags and Purses

4000 ft

Nearby

Museums

Dutch Resistance Museum

1400 ft

Museums

NEMO Science Museum

1900 ft

Museums

Jewish Historical Museum

1900 ft

Botanical Garden

Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam

1500 ft

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Jewish Corner

1600 ft

Restaurants

Verse Pannekoeken en poffertjes

1400 ft

Plantage Kerklaan 49a

Coffee & Bites

700 ft

Plantage Middenlaan 44

Bagels & Beans

1400 ft

Roetersstraat 2A Plantagebuurt

T Eten en Drinken

1500 ft

Roetersstraat 4

Scharrebier

400 ft

Rapenburgerplein 1

Eetkunst Asmara

2800 ft

Jonas Daniel Meijerplein 8

Crea Cafe

2300 ft

Nieuwe Achtergracht 170

De Tokoman

3100 ft

Waterlooplein 327

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THE ELEPHANT HOSTEL AMSTERDAM, Amsterdam

Hotel Details

The Elephant Hostel - A central Amsterdam accommodation with garden views and air-conditioned rooms near Artis Zoo

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